This three night short break incorporates some of the finest local food producers and eateries in Lincolnshire, along with demonstrations and a complete food experience. Enjoy home grown fruit and vegetables and locally reared meat from Doddington Hall and Uncle Henry’s Farm Shop; and cakes, breads and pies traditionally baked since the 1890’s at Welbourne’s Bakery. Watch the miller milling the flour at Mount Pleasant Windmill and the chocolates being handcrafted at Hansen’s Chocolate House. So much to do and safe in the knowledge that your food has not accumulated too many food miles along the way!
We stay at The Holiday Inn, Lincoln located in the centre of this contemporary city, on the Brayford Marina, near shopping, entertainment and major routes. You’ll be met with outstanding service, amenities and a spacious air-conditioned guest room with a view of either the waterfront or Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle.
All rooms are en-suite, satellite TV, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, tea & coffee making facilities, trouser press, air conditioning, and direct dial telephone.
Day One – We travel to our hotel the base for this weekend break.
Day Two – Spend the morning in the fantastic cathedral city of Lincoln. Maybe visiting the famous cathedral and beautiful castle. For lunch, why not visit the pretty village of Navenby for some free time and perhaps a visit to Wellbourne’s baker, open since 1890’s and Odling Bros, a traditional family butchers. Its then on to Folkingham, to Hansen’s Chocolate House, to indulge in some hand-crafted chocolate.
Day Three - Start today with a visit to Uncle Henry’s Farm shop where you can purchase fresh, local and seasonal products including fantastic preserves and unusual ales great for enjoying on holiday or for taking home. Next, visit Mount Pleasant Windmill and watch the miller mill the flour and bake the bread and cakes served in the Café. All before the final indulgency of the day, Willingham Fayre ice-cream for a demonstration and chance to try the wares.
Day Four – Start the final day with a visit to the superb Elizabethan Mansion and Farm Shop at Doddinghton. Doddinghton Hall Farm Shop has been born out of the owners’ passion for good quality, seasonal and local food. Tours are also available of the hall and gardens. Depart for home.
LOOK WHAT’S INCLUDED:-
â3 nights Dinner/Bed/Breakfast âEntrance to Hansen’s Chocolate House